{"id":7565,"date":"2024-09-26T12:24:09","date_gmt":"2024-09-26T10:24:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analytical-group.com\/?p=7565"},"modified":"2024-10-17T16:03:38","modified_gmt":"2024-10-17T14:03:38","slug":"the-european-commission-imposes-new-restrictions-on-the-use-of-pfhxa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analytical-group.com\/en\/news-en\/the-european-commission-imposes-new-restrictions-on-the-use-of-pfhxa","title":{"rendered":"The European Commission Imposes New Restrictions on the Use of PFHxA"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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On September 19, 2024<\/strong>, the European Commission introduced new measures\u2014under the REACH regulation<\/strong>\u2014to limit the use of perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA) and related substances, part of the per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) subgroup. These compounds, used in many consumer products, are known for their persistence in the environment and their mobility in water, posing a significant risk to human health and ecosystems.<\/p>

These restrictions, set to take effect in April 2026<\/strong>, are part of a broader regulatory strategy to control the risks associated with PFAS. The high persistence of these chemicals leads to increased environmental pollution and can cause contamination over long distances, exposing people through drinking water, food, and even breast milk in newborns.<\/p>

The newly adopted restrictions aim to eliminate the risk arising from the use of PFHxA in sectors where safe alternatives exist and where the socioeconomic cost of transition is sustainable. Specifically, the use of PFHxA will be banned in consumer textiles such as rain jackets, food packaging like pizza boxes, and some cosmetic products. Firefighting foams used for training and testing are also included in the ban, while ensuring safety in real operational situations.<\/p>

PFHxA is used in many everyday products, including:<\/p>